Sonair

Sonair is a Norwegian technology company founded in Oslo in 2022. The company has developed a patented 3D ultrasonic sensor technology called Acoustic Detection and Ranging (ADAR). This technology is designed to enhance the safety and autonomy of machines, particularly in the field of robotics.

Sonair's ADAR sensor is presented as a cost-effective alternative to other sensing technologies like LiDAR, offering considerable cost reductions for manufacturers. The sensor provides superior 3D imaging, which allows for more effective human-robot interaction and safer operation of autonomous systems. The company targets the industrial automation and robotics market, providing solutions that enable robots to operate more safely and efficiently alongside humans.

Sonair's business model is centered on the development and sale of its ADAR sensors to manufacturers of autonomous robots and other automated systems. The company is also part of the NVIDIA Inception Program, which provides access to development resources and technical guidance.

Keywords: 3D ultrasonic sensors, autonomous robots, machine autonomy, human-robot interaction, industrial automation, robotics, sensor technology, ADAR, deep tech, cost reduction.